Ver'Na Horton
Austin,TX
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues. High-energy Teacher with solid background educating students. Maintains organized and disciplined classroom environments devoted to student learning. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences. Dedicated and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Care Provider
First Care Home Services
Pflugerville, TX
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Provided in-home care to elderly and disabled patients, including assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and medication management.
- Assessed patient conditions by monitoring vital signs and tracking changes in health status.
- Communicated regularly with physicians regarding patient care and progress.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, and changes in condition.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the safety of the patient's environment.
- Administered prescribed medications according to physician orders while documenting dosage amounts and times taken.
Teacher in Social Science
Woodward Academy
College Park, GA
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach Social Science topics such as history, geography and economics.
- Conducted assessments of student learning to measure progress and inform instruction.
- Provided feedback on student assignments to improve understanding of key concepts.
- Facilitated group projects that enabled students to work together towards a common goal while exploring a relevant Social Science topic.
After-School Site Coordinator
Woodward
College Park, GA
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Organized and coordinated after-school activities for students of varying ages.
- Utilized technology such as online databases or software applications to track data related to student progress in the after-school program.
- Maintained safe and supportive environments to meet individual needs of each child.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, progress reports, evaluations, assessments.
Teacher in Social Science
Fulton County Schools
Atlanta, GA
08.2004 - 06.2020
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach Social Science topics such as history, geography and economics.
- Conducted assessments of student learning to measure progress and inform instruction.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities related to Social Science topics.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, helping students understand how their knowledge can be applied outside the classroom setting.
- Integrated technology into lessons, allowing students access to online resources while researching various aspects of the Social Science curriculum.
- Organized field trips for students that provided hands-on experiences related to Social Science content covered in the classroom.
Teacher in Social Science
Cobb County School System
Powder Springs, GA
08.2001 - 06.2003
- Created visual aids such as maps, graphs and charts to help explain concepts within the Social Science curriculum.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop interdisciplinary projects that integrated Social Science content into other subject areas.
- Organized field trips for students that provided hands-on experiences related to Social Science content covered in the classroom.
- Assisted students with research papers by providing guidance on how to analyze primary sources and draw conclusions from them.
- Conducted assessments of student learning to measure progress and inform instruction.
Teacher in Social Science
Jefferson County School District
Louisville, KY
08.1990 - 06.1994
- Served as a resource for fellow educators looking for advice or assistance on teaching methods related to social science subjects.
- Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Led professional learning communities within the department to share best practices and strategies for enhancing student learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-curricular themes and projects, enriching the educational experience across subjects.
- Designed and implemented strategies for differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and learning styles.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY08-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, EDUCATION
Spalding University
Louisville, KY05-1994
Skills
- Creative lesson plan development
- Parent and student communication
- Subject matter expertise
- Flexible and adaptive
- Innovative lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Quizzes, tests, and exams
- Clear public speaking skills
- Testing and grading
- Reporting and documentation
- Standardized testing techniques
- Excellent classroom management
Affiliations
- Involved in political activities
- Participated in numerous church activities
- Mentored students on weekends
- Assisted adults with study skills
Timeline
Home Health Care Provider
First Care Home Services
09.2021 - 08.2024
Teacher in Social Science
Woodward Academy
08.2018 - 05.2021
After-School Site Coordinator
Woodward
08.2018 - 05.2021
Teacher in Social Science
Fulton County Schools
08.2004 - 06.2020
Teacher in Social Science
Cobb County School System
08.2001 - 06.2003
Teacher in Social Science
Jefferson County School District
08.1990 - 06.1994
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
University of Louisville
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, EDUCATION
Spalding University
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